Former CAN President Ayokunle Celebrates Laolu Akande's Voice of Truth Award in Washington D.C.

Former President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Rev. Dr. Supo Ayokunle, has lauded Laolu Akande, a former presidential spokesman and host of "Inside Sources" on Channels Television, for receiving the 2026 Voice of Truth Award. The award was presented by the Save Nigeria Coalition USA.

In his congratulatory message, Ayokunle described the honor as a fitting tribute to Akande's "longstanding commitment to truth, integrity and principled public engagement." He urged the veteran journalist to remain steadfast in speaking truth to power, praying for divine protection and guidance over his life and ministry. "Keep on being your best for our generation. The Spirit of Christ in you shall continue to cause you to excel in Jesus’ name. Courageously continue to speak truth to powers. The Lord will continue to watch over you and no weapon fashioned against you shall prosper," Ayokunle stated.

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Congratulations on your conferment with the ‘Voice of Truth Award.’ This award is not a fluke; it is a well-deserved recognition of who you are

Akande received the award earlier this week at a ceremony held at the Hilton Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. During his acceptance, he reflected on his role in the advocacy campaign that led to the United States designating Boko Haram as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO). Akande noted that the Christian Association of Nigerian-Americans (CANAN), where he served as the inaugural Executive Director approximately 14 years ago, spearheaded this crucial lobbying effort.

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Keep on being your best for our generation. The Spirit of Christ in you shall continue to cause you to excel in Jesus’ name. Courageously continue to speak truth to powers. The Lord will continue to watch over you and no weapon fashioned against you shall prosper

The event also honored Pastor E.A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), with the Patriarch of Faith Award. Adeboye was cited as "the most compelling Nigerian gift to the world." Additionally, former United States President Donald Trump was recognized in absentia by the coalition, which is led by Stephen Osemwegie and includes organizations like CANAN.

Akande expressed his gratitude for the recognition on his X (formerly Twitter) account, highlighting the significance of the award and the collective efforts behind the Boko Haram designation advocacy. He mentioned that the Save Nigeria Coalition USA comprises several Nigerian-American organizations working towards similar goals.

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It is a delight to receive the 2026 Voice of Truth Award of the Save Nigeria Coalition USA earlier this week at the Hilton Capitol Hill at an impressive event attended by Pastor E.A. Adeboye who was also recognised with the Patriarch of Faith Award